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Q1·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2026
Correct statement(s) about the compounds P, Q and R is(are)
(A)P has two lone pairs of electrons on the central atom.
(B)Q has a perfect octahedral geometry.
(C)Q can act as a fluorinating agent.
(D)The molecular structure of R is trigonal pyramidal.
Q2·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2026
Reaction of PtF6 with oxygen (O2) gas results in the formation of an ionic compound, X+Y−. Correct statement(s) is(are)
(A)The bond order of X+ is 1.5.
(B)Valence d-orbitals of the metal ion in X+Y− has 5 electrons.
(C)PtF6 acts as an oxidant in this reaction.
(D)PtF6 acts as a fluorinating agent in this reaction.
Q3·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2026
Correct statement(s) about the compounds X, Y and Z is(are)
(A)X is used for sterilizing drinking water.
(B)Y has a planar structure.
(C)Z is used in the enrichment of 235U.
(D)Y is a stronger Lewis base than ammonia.
Q4·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Find the correct statements related to group 15 hydrides.
A. Reducing nature increases from NH3 to BiH3
B. Tendency to donate lone pair of electrons decreases from NH3 to BiH3
C. The stability of hydrides decreases from NH3 to BiH3
D. HEH bond angle decreases from NH3 to SbH3 (E = Elements of group 15)
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)A and B only
(B)B and C only
(C)A, B, C and D
(D)A, C and D Only
Q5·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Aluminium is more electropositive than thallium as the standard electrode potential value of EAl3+/Al∘ is negative and ETl3+/Tl∘ is positive.
Statement II: The sum of first three ionization enthalpies of boron is very high when compared to that of aluminium. Due to this reason boron forms covalent compounds only and aluminium forms Al³⁺ ion.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q6·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : F2O<H2O<Cl2O is the correct trend in terms of bond angle.
Statement II : SiF4, SnF4 and PbF4 are ionic in nature.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q7·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Treatment of a gas 'X' with a freshly prepared ferrous sulphate solution gives a compound 'Y' as a brown ring. The compounds X and Y are.
(A)NO and [Fe(NO)]SO4
(B)NO2 and [Fe(NO2)]SO4
(C)N2O and [Fe(N2O)]SO4
(D)N2O4 and [Fe(N2O4)]SO4
Q8·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I: Aluminium upon reaction with NaOH forms [Al(OH)₆]³⁻ ion.
Statement II: The geometry of ICl₄⁻, ClO₃⁻ and IBr₂⁻ is square planar, pyramidal and linear respectively.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q9·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Correct statements from the following are:
A. Nitrogen in oxidation states from +1 to +4 disproportionates in acid medium.
B. Nitrogen has the ability to form dπ−pπ multiple bonds with itself and other elements with small size and high electronegativity.
C. N-N single bond is stronger than P-P single bond.
D. Nitrogen has highest density in its group due to small size.
E. The maximum covalency of nitrogen is four since it has only four valence orbitals for bonding.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)B, C and D Only
(B)C, D and E Only
(C)A, C and E Only
(D)A and E Only
Q10·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2026
According to Lewis theory, the total number of σ bond-pairs and lone pair of electrons around the central atom of XeO64− ion is _______.
Q11·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The covalency of oxygen is generally two but it can exceed upto four. The oxidation state of oxygen in SO2 is −2 and in OF2 it is +2.
Statement II: The anomalous behaviour of oxygen when compared to the other elements of group 16 is due to its small size and high electronegativity.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q12·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
The electronegativity of a group 13 element 'E' is same as that of Ge (on Pauling scale and upto one decimal point). The CORRECT statements about E3+ are
A. It can act as a reducing agent.
B. It can act as an oxidizing agent.
C. E3+ is more stable than E+.
D. The standard electrode potential value for E3+/E is positive.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)A and C Only
(B)B and C Only
(C)B and D Only
(D)A and D Only
Q13·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement (I) : Oxidising power of halogens decreases in the order F2>Cl2>Br2>I2, which is the basis of "Layer test".
Statement (II) : "Layer test" to identify Br2 and I2 in aqueous solution involves the oxidation of bromide or iodide into Br2 or I2 respectively with Cl2, which is a type of displacement redox reaction.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q14·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The second ionization enthalpy of B, Al and Ga is in the order of B>Al>Ga.
Statement II: The correct order in terms of first ionization enthalpy is Si<Ge<Pb<Sn.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q15·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Consider the following reactions.
Na2B4O7Δ2X+YCuSO4+YNon−LuminousflameZ+SO32Z+2X+CarbonLuminousflame2Q+Na2B4O7+CO
The oxidation states of Cu in Z and Q, respectively are :
(A)+2 and +2
(B)+2 and +1
(C)+1 and +2
(D)+1 and +1
Q16·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Regarding the hydrides of group 15 elements EH3 (E = N, P, As, Sb), select the correct statement from the following:
A. The stability of hydrides decreases down the group.
B. The basicity of hydrides decreases down the group.
C. The reducing character increases down the group.
D. The boiling point increases down the group.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)A, B & C only
(B)A & D only
(C)A, B, C & D
(D)B & C only
Q17·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The increasing order of boiling point of hydrogen halides is HCl < HBr < HI < HF.
Statement II : The increasing order of melting point of hydrogen halides is HCl < HBr < HF < HI.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q18·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Match List-I with List-II according to shape.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
List-I
List-II
A.XeO3
I.BrF5
B.XeF2
II.NH3
C.XeO2F2
III.[I3]–
D.XeOF4
IV.SF4
(A)A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
(B)A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
(C)A-II, B-III, C-I, D-IV
(D)A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
Q19·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Among the following, the CORRECT combinations are :
A. IF3 → T-shaped (sp3d)
B. IF5 → Square pyramidal (sp3d2)
C. IF7 → Pentagonal bipyramidal (sp3d3)
D. ClO4− → Square planar (sp2d)
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)A, B and C only
(B)A and B only
(C)A, B, C and D
(D)B, C and D Only
Q20·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
One mole of Cl2 (g) was passed into 2 L of cold 2M KOH solution. After the reaction, the concentrations of Cl−, ClO− and OH− are respectively (assume volume remains constant)
(A)0.75 M , 0.75 M , 1 M
(B)0.5 M , 0.5 M , 0.5 M
(C)0.5 M , 0.5 M , 1 M
(D)1 M , 1M , 1 M
Q21·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Choose the INCORRECT statement
(A)Among the isotopes of carbon, 13C is a radioactive isotope.
(B)Carbon exhibits negative oxidation states along with +4 and +2.
(C)Carbon cannot exceed its covalency more than four.
(D)CO2 is the most acidic oxide among the dioxides of group of 14 elements.
Q22·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Which statements are NOT TRUE about XeO2F2?
A. It has a see-saw shape.
B. Xe has 5 electron pairs in its valence shell in XeO2F2.
C. The O–Xe–O bond angle is close to 180°.
D. The F–Xe–F bond angle is close to 180°
E. Xe has 16 valence electrons in XeO2F2.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
(A)B, C and E only
(B)B and D only
(C)A and D only
(D)B, D and E only
Q23·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Elements X and Y belong to Group 15. The difference between the electronegativity values of ‘X’ and phosphorus is higher than that of the difference between phosphorus and ‘Y’. ‘X’ & ‘Y’ are respectively
(A)N & As
(B)As & Bi
(C)Bi & N
(D)As & Sb
Q24·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
The correct statements from the following are :
(A) Ionic radii of trivalent cations of group 13 elements decreases down the group.
(B) Electronegativity of group 13 elements decreases down the group.
(C) Among the group 13 elements, Boron has highest first ionisation enthalpy.
(D) The trichloride and triiodide of group 13 elements are covalent in nature.
Choose the correct answer from the otpions given below :
(A)A and C only
(B)A and D only
(C)C and D only
(D)B and D only
Q25·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement-I : Element 'X' and 'Y' are the most and least electronegative elements, respectively among N, As, Sb and P. The nature of the oxides X2O3 and Y2O3 is acidic and amphoteric, respectively.
Statement-II : BCl3 is covalent in nature and gets hydrolysed in water. It produces [B(OH)4]− and [B(H2O)6]3+ in aqueous medium.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are true.
(B)Statement-I is true but Statement-II is false.
(C)Both Statement-I and Statement-II are false.
(D)Statement-I is false but Statement-II is true.
Q26·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The halogen that makes longest bond with hydrogen in HX, has the smallest covalent radius in its group.
Statement II : A group 15 element's hydride EH3 has the lowest boiling point among corresponding hydrides of other group 15 elements. The maximum covalency of that element E is 4.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(B)Statement I is false but Statement II is true.
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(D)Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
Q27·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The correct order in terms of bond dissociation enthalpy is Cl2>Br2>F2>I2
Statement II : The correct trend in the covalent character of the metal halides is [SnCl4>SnCl2], [PbCl4>PbCl2] and [UF4>UF6]
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
(A)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(C)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
Q28·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The number of pairs among [SiO2,CO2], [SnO,SnO2], [PbO,PbO2] and [GeO,GeO2], which contain oxides that are both amphoteric is 2.
Statement II : BF3 is an electron deficient molecule can act as a lewis acid, forms adduct with NH3 and has a trigonal planar geometry.
In the light of the above statement, choose the correct answer from the option given below.
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
(D)Statement I is false Statement II is true.
Q29·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2026
Consider the following reactions.
PbCl2+K2CrO4→A+2KCl
(Hot solution)
A+NaOH⇌B+Na2CrO4PbSO4+4CH3COONH4→(NH4)2SO4+X
In the above reactions, A, B and X are respectively.
(A)Na2[Pb(OH)2],PbCrO4 and (NH4)2[Pb(CH3COO)4]
(B)PbCrO4, Na2[Pb(OH)4] and [Pb(NH3)4]SO4
(C)Na2[Pb(OH)2], PbCrO4 and [Pb(NH3)4]SO4
(D)PbCrO4, Na2[Pb(OH)4] and (NH4)2[Pb(CH3COO)4]
Q30·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2025
The heating of NH4NO2 at 60–70°C and NH4NO3 at 200–250°C is associated with the formation of nitrogen containing compounds X and Y, respectively. X and Y, respectively, are
(A)N2 and N2O
(B)NH3 and NO2
(C)NO and N2O
(D)N2 and NH3
Q31·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2025
The compound(s) with P − H bond(s) is(are)
(A)H3PO4
(B)H3PO3
(C)H4P2O7
(D)H3PO2
Q32·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2025
The complete hydrolysis of ICl, ClF3 and BrF5, respectively, gives
(A)IO−, ClO2− and BrO3−
(B)IO3−, ClO2− and BrO3−
(C)IO−, ClO− and BrO2−
(D)IO3−, ClO4− and BrO2−
Q33·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: H2Se is more acidic than H2Te.
Statement II: H2Se has higher bond enthalpy for dissociation than H2Te.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(B)Both statement I and Statement II are true.
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true.
Q34·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The correct statements from the following are:
(A) Tl3+ is a powerful oxidising agent
(B) Al3+ does not get reduced easily
(C) Both Al3+ and Tl3+ are very stable in solution
(D) Tl+ is more stable than Tl3+
(E) Al3+ and Tl+ are highly stable
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)(A), (B), (C), (D) and (E)
(B)(A), (B), (D) and (E) only
(C)(B), (D) and (E) only
(D)(A), (C) and (D) only
Q35·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The group 14 elements A and B have the first ionisation enthalpy values of 708 and 715 kJ mol−1 respectively. The above values are lowest among their group members. The nature of their ions A2+, B4+ respectively is
(A)both reducing
(B)both oxidising
(C)reducing and oxidising
(D)oxidising and reducing
Q36·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The elements of Group 13 with highest and lowest first ionisation enthalpies are respectively:
(A)B & Ga
(B)B & Tl
(C)Tl & B
(D)B & In
Q37·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are two statements: Statement (I): The first ionisation enthalpy of group 14 elements is higher than the corresponding elements of group 13. Statement (II): Melting points and boiling points of group 13 elements are in general much higher than the corresponding elements of group 14. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(B)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
Q38·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Nitrogen forms oxides with +1 to +5 oxidation states due to the formation of pπ−pπ bond with oxygen.
Statement II: Nitrogen does not form halides with +5 oxidation state due to the absence of d-orbital in it. In the light of given statements, choose the correct answer from the options below:
(A)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(C)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
Q39·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are the pairs of group 13 elements showing their relation in terms of atomic radius. (B<Al), (Al<Ga), (Ga<In) and (In<Tl). Identify the elements present in the incorrect pair and in that pair find out the element (X) that has higher ionic radius (M3+) than the other one. The atomic number of the element (X) is
(A)31
(B)49
(C)13
(D)81
Q40·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The correct orders among the following are:
A. Atomic radius: B<Al<Ga<In<Tl
B. Electronegativity: Al<Ga<In<Tl<B
C. Density: Tl<In<Ga<Al<B
D. 1st Ionisation Energy: In<Al<Ga<Tl<B
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)B and D Only
(B)A and C Only
(C)C and D Only
(D)A and B Only
Q41·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are two statements.
Statement I: The N-N single bond is weaker and longer than that of P-P single bond.
Statement II: Compounds of group 15 elements in +3 oxidation states readily undergo disproportionation reactions. In the light of above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is true but statement II is false
(B)Both statement I and statement II are false
(C)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(D)Both statement I and Statement II are true
Q42·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The nature of oxide (TeO2) and hydride (TeH2) formed by Te, respectively are:
(A)Oxidising and acidic
(B)Reducing and basic
(C)Reducing and acidic
(D)Oxidising and basic
Q43·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are two statements: Statement (I): The metallic radius of Al is less than that of Ga. Statement (II): The ionic radius of Al3+ is less than that of Ga3+. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(B)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
(C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
Q44·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The property/properties that show irregularity in the first four elements of group-17 is/are: (A) Covalent radius (B) Electron affinity (C) Ionic radius (D) First ionization energy. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)B and D only
(B)A and C only
(C)B only
(D)A, B, C and D
Q45·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
A molecule with the formula AX4Y has all its elements from the p-block. Element A is rarest, monoatomic, non-radioactive and has the lowest ionization enthalpy value among A, X and Y. Elements X and Y have first and second highest electronegativity values respectively among all the known elements. The shape of the molecule is:
(A)Square pyramidal
(B)Octahedral
(C)Pentagonal planar
(D)Trigonal bipyramidal
Q46·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The standard reduction potential values of some of the p-block ions are given below. Predict the one with the strongest oxidising capacity.
(A)ESn4+/Sn2+∘=+1.15 V
(B)ETl3+/Tl+∘=+1.26 V
(C)EAl3+/Al∘=−1.66 V
(D)EPb4+/Pb2+∘=+1.67 V
Q47·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
First ionisation enthalpy values of first four group 15 elements are given below. Choose the correct value for the element that is a main component of apatite family:
(A)1012 kJ mol⁻¹
(B)1402 kJ mol⁻¹
(C)834 kJ mol⁻¹
(D)947 kJ mol⁻¹
Q48·ChemistryIntegerJEE Main 2025
A group 15 element forms dπ-dπ bond with transition metals. It also forms hydride, which is a strongest base among the hydrides of other group members that form dπ-dπ bond. The atomic number of this element is ______.
Q49·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The large difference between the melting and boiling points of oxygen and sulphur may be explained on the basis of
(A)Atomic size
(B)Atomicity
(C)Electronegativity
(D)Electron gain enthalpy
Q50·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The incorrect statement among the following is
(A)PH₃ shows lower proton affinity than NH₃.
(B)PF₃ exists but NF₅ does not.
(C)NO₂ can dimerise easily.
(D)SO₂ can act as an oxidizing agent, but not as a reducing agent.
Q51·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
Given below are the atomic numbers of some group 14 elements. The atomic number of the element with lowest melting point is :
(A)14
(B)6
(C)82
(D)50
Q52·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The species which does not undergo disproportionation reaction is:
(A)ClO2−
(B)ClO4−
(C)ClO−
(D)ClO3−
Q53·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2025
The maximum covalency of a non-metallic group 15 element 'E' with weakest E−E bond is:
(A)5
(B)3
(C)6
(D)4
Q54·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2024
The species formed on fluorination of phosphorus pentachloride in a polar organic solvent are
(A)[PF4]+[PF6]− and [PCl4]+[PF6]−
(B)[PCl4]+[PCl4F2]− and [PCl4]+[PF6]−
(C)PF3 and PCl3
(D)PF5 and PCl3
Q55·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2024
The compound(s) having peroxide linkage is(are)
(A)H2S2O7
(B)H2S2O8
(C)H2S2O5
(D)H2SO5
Q56·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2024
At room temperature, disproportionation of an aqueous solution of in situ generated nitrous acid (HNO2) gives the species
(A)H3O+, NO3− and NO
(B)H3O+, NO3− and NO2
(C)H3O+, NO− and NO2
(D)H3O+, NO3− and N2O
Q57·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as
Assertion (A) : and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Both rhombic and monoclinic sulphur exist as S8 while oxygen exists as O2.
Reason (R) : Oxygen forms pπ-pπ multiple bonds with itself and other elements having small size and high electronegativity like C, N, which is not possible for sulphur.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A)Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B)Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C)(A) is correct but (R) is not correct.
(D)(A) is not correct but (R) is correct.
Q58·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
The F− ions make the enamel on teeth much harder by converting hydroxyapatite (the enamel on the surface of teeth) into much harder fluoroapatite having the formula.
(A)[3(Ca3(PO4)2).CaF2]
(B)[3(Ca2(PO4)2).Ca(OH)2]
(C)[3(Ca3(PO4)3).CaF2]
(D)[3(Ca3(PO4)2).Ca(OH)2]
Q59·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2024
Number of oxygen atoms present in the chemical formula of fuming sulphuric acid is _______.
Q60·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
On reaction of Lead Sulphide with dilute nitric acid which of the following is not formed?
(A)Lead nitrate
(B)Sulphur
(C)Nitric oxide
(D)Nitrous oxide
Q61·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Identify the incorrect statements about group 15 elements: (A) Dinitrogen is a diatomic gas which acts like an inert gas at room temperature. (B) The common oxidation states of these elements are −3, +3 and +5. (C) Nitrogen has unique ability to form pπ−pπ multiple bonds. (D) The stability of +5 oxidation states increases down the group. (E) Nitrogen shows a maximum covalency of 6. Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
(A)(A), (B), (D) only
(B)(A), (C), (E) only
(C)(B), (D), (E) only
(D)(D) and (E) only
Q62·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Among the following halogens F2, Cl2, Br2 and I2, which can undergo disproportionation reaction?
(A)Only I2
(B)Cl2, Br2 and I2
(C)F2, Cl2 and Br2
(D)F2 and Cl2
Q63·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Identify the correct statements about p-block elements and their compounds. (A) Non metals have higher electronegativity than metals. (B) Non metals have lower ionisation enthalpy than metals. (C) Compounds formed between highly reactive nonmetals and highly reactive metals are generally ionic. (D) The non-metal oxides are generally basic in nature. (E) The metal oxides are generally acidic or neutral in nature.
(A)(D) and (E) only
(B)(A) and (C) only
(C)(B) and (E) only
(D)(B) and (D) only
Q64·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Assertion A: The stability order of +1 oxidation state of Ga, In and Tl is Ga < In < Tl.
Reason R: The inert pair effect stabilizes the lower oxidation state down the group.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(B)A is true but R is false.
(C)Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
(D)A is false but R is true.
Q65·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
The number of ions from the following that are expected to behave as oxidising agent is: Sn4+, Sn2+, Pb2+, Tl3+, Pb4+, Tl+
(A)3
(B)4
(C)1
(D)2
Q66·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Evaluate the following statements related to group 14 elements for their correctness. (A) Covalent radius decreases down the group from C to Pb in a regular manner. (B) Electronegativity decreases from C to Pb down the group gradually. (C) Maximum covalence of C is 4 whereas other elements can expand their covalence due to presence of d orbitals. (D) Heavier elements do not form pπ−pπ bonds. (E) Carbon can exhibit negative oxidation states. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)(C), (D) and (E) Only
(B)(A) and (B) Only
(C)(A), (B) and (C) Only
(D)(C) and (D) Only
Q67·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Gallium is used in the manufacturing of thermometers.
Statement II: A thermometer containing gallium is useful for measuring the freezing point (256 K) of brine solution.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(B)Statement I is false but Statement II is true.
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(D)Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
Q68·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
The correct statements from the following are: (A) The decreasing order of atomic radii of group 13 elements is Tl > In > Ga > Al > B. (B) Down group 13, electronegativity decreases from top to bottom. (C) Al dissolves in dil. HCl and liberates H2, but conc. HNO3 renders Al passive by forming a protective oxide layer on the surface. (D) All elements of group 13 exhibit a highly stable +1 oxidation state. (E) The hybridisation of Al in [Al(H2O)6]3+ ion is sp3d2. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)(C) and (E) only
(B)(A), (C) and (E) only
(C)(A), (B), (C) and (E) only
(D)(A) and (C) only
Q69·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
The number of neutrons present in the more abundant isotope of boron is 'x'. Amorphous boron upon heating with air forms a product in which the oxidation state of boron is 'y'. The value of x+y is:
(A)4
(B)6
(C)3
(D)9
Q70·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: In group 13, the stability of the +1 oxidation state increases down the group.
Statement II: The atomic size of gallium is greater than that of aluminium.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(D)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
Q71·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
When MnO2 and H2SO4 is added to a salt (A), greenish yellow gas liberated as salt (A) is
(A)NaBr
(B)CaI2
(C)KNO3
(D)NH4Cl
Q72·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2024
Among the following oxides of p-block elements, number of oxides having amphoteric nature is ___. Cl2O7, CO, PbO2, N2O, NO, Al2O3, SiO2, SnO2
Q73·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
The strongest reducing agent among the following is:
(A)NH3
(B)SbH3
(C)BiH3
(D)PH3
Q74·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Assertion (A): PH3 has lower boiling point than NH3.
Reason (R): In liquid state NH3 molecules are associated through vander waal's forces, but PH3 molecules are associated through hydrogen bonding.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(B)(A) is not correct but (R) is correct
(C)Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
(D)(A) is correct but (R) is not correct
Q75·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements: Statement (I): SiO2 and GeO2 are acidic while SnO and PbO are amphoteric in nature. Statement (II): Allotropic forms of carbon are due to property of catenation and pπ–dπ bond formation. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(D)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q76·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Statement-I : Noble gases have very high boiling points.
Statement-II : Noble gases are monoatomic gases. They are held together by strong dispersion forces. Because of this they are liquefied at very low temperature. Hence, they have very high boiling points.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is false but Statement II is true.
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(C)Statement I is true but Statement II is false.
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
Q77·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2024
Molar mass of the salt from NaBr, NaNO3, KI and CaF2 which does not evolve coloured vapours on heating with concentrated H2SO4 is ______ g mol−1. (Molar mass in g mol−1 : Na : 23, N : 14, K : 39, O : 16, Br : 80, I : 127, F : 19, Ca : 40)
Q78·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Consider the oxides of group 14 elements SiO2, GeO2, SnO2, PbO2, CO and GeO. The amphoteric oxides are
(A)GeO,GeO2
(B)SiO2,GeO2
(C)SnO2,PbO2
(D)SnO2,CO
Q79·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements:
Statement-I: Group 13 trivalent halides easily get hydrolyzed by water due to their covalent nature.
Statement-II: AlCl3 upon hydrolysis in acidified aqueous solution forms octahedral [Al(H2O)6]3+ ion.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(B)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(C)Both statement I and statement II are false
(D)Both statement I and statement II are true
Q80·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Choose the correct statements from the following
A. All group 16 elements form oxides of general formula EO2 and EO3 where E = S, Se, Te and Po. Both the types of oxides are acidic in nature.
B. TeO2 is an oxidising agent while SO2 is reducing in nature.
C. The reducing property decreases from H2S to H2Te down the group.
D. The ozone molecule contains five lone pairs of electrons.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)A and D only
(B)B and C only
(C)C and D only
(D)A and B only
Q81·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: H2Te is more acidic than H2S.
Reason R: Bond dissociation enthalpy of H2Te is lower than H2S.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
(B)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
(C)A is false but R is true.
(D)A is true but R is false.
Q82·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Choose the correct statements about the hydrides of group 15 elements.
A. The stability of the hydrides decreases in the order NH3>PH3>AsH3>SbH3>BiH3.
B. The reducing ability of the hydrides increases in the order NH3<PH3<AsH3<SbH3<BiH3.
C. Among the hydrides, NH3 is strong reducing agent while BiH3 is mild reducing agent.
D. The basicity of the hydrides increases in the order NH3<PH3<AsH3<SbH3<BiH3.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the option given below:
(A)B and C only
(B)C and D only
(C)A and B only
(D)A and D only
Q83·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
On passing a gas 'X' through Nessler's reagent, a brown precipitate is obtained. The gas 'X' is:
(A)H2S
(B)CO2
(C)NH3
(D)Cl2
Q84·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements :
Statement I : The electronegativity of group 14 elements from Si to Pb gradually decreases.
Statement II : Group 14 contains non-metallic, metallic, as well as metalloid elements.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate from the options given below :
(A)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(B)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
Q85·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2024
The oxidation number of iron in the compound formed during brown ring test for NO3− ion is ___.
Q86·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Anomalous behaviour of oxygen is due to its:
(A)Large size and high electronegativity
(B)Small size and low electronegativity
(C)Small size and high electronegativity
(D)Large size and low electronegativity
Q87·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Which of the following cannot function as an oxidising agent ?
(A)N3−
(B)SO42−
(C)BrO3−
(D)MnO4−
Q88·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Element not showing variable oxidation state is:
(A)Bromine
(B)Iodine
(C)Chlorine
(D)Fluorine
Q89·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2024
From the given list, the number of compounds with +4 oxidation state of Sulphur __________: SO3,H2SO3,SOCl2,SF4,BaSO4,H2S2O7.
Q90·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Melting point of Boron (2453 K) is unusually high in group 13 elements.
Reason (R): Solid Boron has very strong crystalline lattice.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is Not the correct explanation of (A)
(B)Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(C)(A) is true but (R) is false
(D)(A) is false but (R) is true
Q91·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Yellow compound of lead chromate gets dissolved on treatment with hot NaOH solution. The product of lead formed is a:
(A)Tetraanionic complex with coordination number six
(B)Neutral complex with coordination number four
(C)Dianionic complex with coordination number six
(D)Dianionic complex with coordination number four
Q92·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2024
Given below are two statements : Statement (I) : Oxygen being the first member of group 16 exhibits only −2 oxidation state. Statement (II) : Down the group 16 stability of +4 oxidation state decreases and +6 oxidation state increases. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(C)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q93·ChemistryNumericalJEE Advanced 2023
The stoichiometric reaction of 516 g of dimethyldichlorosilane with water results in a tetrameric cyclic product X in 75% yield. The weight (in g) of X obtained is___.
[Use, molar mass (gmol−1): H = 1, C = 12, O = 16, Si = 28, Cl = 35.5]
Q94·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2023
Match the reactions (in the given stoichiometry of the reactants) in List-I with one of their products given in List-II and choose the correct option.
List-I
List-II
P.P2O3+3H2O→
1.P(O)(OCH3)Cl2
Q.P4+3NaOH+3H2O→
2.H3PO3
R.PCl5+CH3COOH→
3.PH3
S.H3PO2+2H2O+4AgNO3→
4.POCl3
5.H3PO4
(A)P → 2; Q → 3; R → 1; S → 5
(B)P → 3; Q → 5; R → 4; S → 2
(C)P → 5; Q → 2; R → 1; S → 3
(D)P → 2; Q → 3; R → 4; S → 5
Q95·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The number of P-O-P bonds in H4P2O7, (HPO3)3 and P4O10 are respectively.
(A)1, 3, 6
(B)0, 3, 6
(C)0, 3, 4
(D)1, 2, 4
Q96·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The covalency and oxidation state respectively of boron in [BF4]− are
(A)4 and 3
(B)4 and 4
(C)3 and 4
(D)3 and 5
Q97·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The correct group of halide ions which can be oxidised by oxygen in acidic medium is
(A)Br− only
(B)Cl−,Br− and I− only
(C)Br− and I− only
(D)I− only
Q98·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The incorrect statement from the following for borazine is:
(A)It has electronic delocalization
(B)It contains banana bonds
(C)It can react with water
(D)It is a cyclic compound
Q99·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
If the formula of Borax is Na2B4Ox(OH)y⋅zH2O, then x+y+z= ____.
Q100·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Boron is extremely hard indicating its high lattice energy.
Statement II: Boron has highest melting and boiling point compared to its other group members.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
Q101·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: SbCl5 is more covalent than SbCl3.
Statement II: The higher oxides of halogens also tend to be more stable than the lower ones.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
(C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
(D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q102·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
For compound having the formula GaAlCl4, the correct option from the following is
(A)Ga is more electronegative than Al and is present as a cationic part of the salt GaAlCl4
(B)Oxidation state of Ga in the salt GaAlCl4 is +3.
(C)Cl forms bond with both Al and Ga in GaAlCl4
(D)Ga is coordinated with Cl in GaAlCl4
Q103·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
One mole of P4 reacts with 8 moles of SOCl2 to give 4 moles of A, x moles of SO2 and 2 moles of B. A, B and x respectively are
(A)PCl3,S2Cl2 and 4
(B)POCl3,S2Cl2 and 4
(C)PCl3,S2Cl2 and 2
(D)POCl3,S2Cl2 and 2
Q104·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
For elements B, C, N, Li, Be, O and F the correct order of first ionization enthalpy is
(A)Li < Be < B < C < N < O < F
(B)B > Li > Be > C > N > O > F
(C)Li < B < Be < C < O < N < F
(D)Li < Be < B < C < O < N < F
Q105·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The compound which does not exist is
(A)NaO2
(B)(NH4)2BeF4
(C)BeH2
(D)PbI4
Q106·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
In the following reactions, the total number of oxygen atoms in X and Y is _________. Na2O+H2O→2X; Cl2O7+H2O→2Y
Q107·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
In the complete hydrolysis of XeF4, the difference in the oxidation state of Xe between the oxidised product of XeF4 and XeF4 is _______ .
Q108·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
The sum of lone pairs present on the central atom of the interhalogen IF5 and IF7 is _________.
Q109·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The correct order of electronegativity for given elements is:
(A)C > P > At > Br
(B)Br > P > At > C
(C)P > Br > C > At
(D)Br > C > At > P
Q110·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Which halogen is known to cause the reaction given below: 2Cu2++4X−→Cu2X2(s)+X2
(A)Only Iodine
(B)Only Bromine
(C)All halogens
(D)Only Chlorine
Q111·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
XeF4 reacts with SbF5 to form [XeFm]n+[SbFy]z−. m+n+y+z= ____
Q112·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Which one of the following elements will remain as liquid inside pure boiling water?
(A)Cs
(B)Ga
(C)Li
(D)Br
Q113·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Group-13 elements react with O2 in amorphous form to form oxides of type M2O3 (M = element). Which among the following is the most basic oxide?
(A)Al2O3
(B)Ga2O3
(C)Tl2O3
(D)B2O3
Q114·ChemistryAssertion & ReasonJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: Amongst He, Ne, Ar and Kr; 1 g of activated charcoal adsorbs more of Kr.
Reason R: The critical volume Vc (cm3mol−1) and critical pressure Pc (atm) is highest for Krypton but the compressibility factor at critical point Zc is lowest for Krypton.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)A is true but R is false
(B)Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(C)A is false but R is true
(D)Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
Q115·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Chlorine can easily combine with oxygen to form oxides; and the product has a tendency to explode.
Statement II: Chemical reactivity of an element can be determined by its reaction with oxygen and halogens.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both the Statements I and II are true
(B)Both the Statements I and II are false
(C)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(D)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Q116·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
O−O bond length in H2O2 is X than the O−O bond length in F2O2. The O−H bond length in H2O2 is Y than the O−F bond in F2O2. Choose the correct option for X and Y from those given below
(A)X-shorter, Y-longer
(B)X-shorter, Y-shorter
(C)X-longer, Y-shorter
(D)X-longer, Y-longer
Q117·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The correct order of bond enthalpy (kJmol−1) is:
(A)C−C>Si−Si>Sn−Sn>Ge−Ge
(B)C−C>Si−Si>Ge−Ge>Sn−Sn
(C)Si−Si>C−C>Sn−Sn>Ge−Ge
(D)Si−Si>C−C>Ge−Ge>Sn−Sn
Q118·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The Lewis acid character of boron tri halides follows the order:
(A)BI3>BBr3>BCl3>BF3
(B)BBr3>BI3>BCl3>BF3
(C)BCl3>BF3>BBr3>BI3
(D)BF3>BCl3>BBr3>BI3
Q119·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Identify X, Y and Z in the following reaction. (Equation not balanced)
ClO+NO2→XH2OY+Z
(A)X = ClONO2, Y = HOCl, Z = HNO3
(B)X = ClONO2, Y = HOCl, Z = NO2
(C)X = ClNO2, Y = HCl, Z = HNO3
(D)X = ClNO3, Y = Cl2, Z = NO2
Q120·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
The oxidation state of phosphorus in hypophosphoric acid is + ___ .
Q121·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The correct increasing order of the ionic radii is
(A)S2−<Cl−<Ca2+<K+
(B)K+<S2−<Ca2+<Cl−
(C)Ca2+<K+<Cl−<S2−
(D)Cl−<Ca2+<K+<S2−
Q122·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Upon heating a borax bead dipped in cupric sulphate in a luminous flame, the colour of the bead becomes green.
Statement II: The green colour observed is due to the formation of copper(I) metaborate.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
(B)Statement I is true but Statement II is false
(C)Statement I is false but Statement II is true
(D)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
Q123·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Boric acid is solid, whereas BF3 is gas at room temperature because of:
(A)Strong van der Waal's interaction in Boric acid
(B)Strong covalent bond in BF3
(C)Strong ionic bond in Boric acid
(D)Strong hydrogen bond in Boric acid
Q124·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The bond dissociation energy of the "E-H" bond of the "H2E" hydrides of group 16 elements (A. O, B. S, C. Se, D. Te) follows the order. Choose the correct one from the options given below:
(A)B>A>C>D
(B)A>B>D>C
(C)A>B>C>D
(D)D>C>B>A
Q125·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
Total number of acidic oxides among N2O3,NO2,N2O,Cl2O7,SO2,CO,CaO,Na2O and NO is _____.
Q126·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
"A" obtained by Ostwald's method involving air oxidation of NH3, upon further air oxidation produces "B". "B" on hydration forms an oxoacid of Nitrogen along with evolution of "A". The oxoacid also produces "A" and gives positive brown ring test. Identify A and B, respectively.
(A)N2O3, NO2
(B)NO2, N2O4
(C)NO2, N2O5
(D)NO, NO2
Q127·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
The bond dissociation energy is highest for:
(A)F2
(B)Br2
(C)I2
(D)Cl2
Q128·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The decrease in first ionization enthalpy from B to Al is much larger than that from Al to Ga.
Statement II: The d orbitals in Ga are completely filled.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Statement I is incorrect but statement II is correct
(B)Both the statements I and II are correct
(C)Both the statements I and II are incorrect
(D)Statement I is correct but statement II is incorrect
Q129·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Inert gases have positive electron gain enthalpy. Its correct order is:
(A)He<Kr<Xe<Ne
(B)He<Xe<Kr<Ne
(C)He<Ne<Kr<Xe
(D)Xe<Kr<Ne<He
Q130·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Which of the following represents the correct order of metallic character of the given elements ?
(A)Si<Be<Mg<K
(B)Be<Si<K<Mg
(C)Be<Si<Mg<K
(D)K<Mg<Be<Si
Q131·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Reaction of thionyl chloride with white phosphorus forms a compound [A], which on hydrolysis gives [B], a dibasic acid. [A] and [B] are respectively:
(A)P4O6 and H3PO3
(B)PCl3 and H3PO4
(C)POCl3 and H3PO4
(D)PCl3 and H3PO3
Q132·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Match List I with List II (industrial processes/catalysts and their applications) and choose the correct answer from the options given below.
LIST I
LIST II
A.Cobalt catalyst
I.(H2+Cl2) production
B.Syngas
II.Water gas production
C.Nickel catalyst
III.Coal gasification
D.Brine solution
IV.Methanol production
(A)A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
(B)A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
(C)A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
(D)A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
Q133·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A : Carbon forms two important oxides - CO and CO2. CO is neutral whereas CO2 is acidic in nature.
Reason R : CO2 can combine with water in a limited way to form carbonic acid, while CO is sparingly soluble in water.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
(A)Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
(B)A is correct but R is not correct
(C)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
(D)A is not correct but R is correct
Q134·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2023
Sum of π-bonds present in peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid is:
Q135·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2023
Which of the Phosphorus oxoacid can create silver mirror from AgNO3 solution?
(A)(HPO3)n
(B)H4P2O6
(C)H4P2O5
(D)H4P2O7
Q136·ChemistryIntegerJEE Advanced 2022
The reaction of Xe and O2F2 gives a Xe compound P. The number of moles of HF produced by the complete hydrolysis of 1 mol of P is____.
Q137·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2022
The compound(s) which react(s) with NH3 to give boron nitride (BN) is(are)
(A)B
(B)B2H6
(C)B2O3
(D)HBF4
Q138·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2022
The reaction of Pb(NO3)2 and NaCl in water produces a precipitate that dissolves upon the addition of HCl of appropriate concentration. The dissolution of the precipitate is due to the formation of
(A)PbCl2
(B)PbCl4
(C)[PbCl4]2−
(D)[PbCl6]2−
Q139·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2022
The treatment of galena with HNO3 produces a gas that is
(A)paramagnetic
(B)bent in geometry
(C)an acidic oxide
(D)colorless
Q140·ChemistryNumericalJEE Advanced 2022
Dissolving 1.24 g of white phosphorous in boiling NaOH solution in an inert atmosphere gives a gas Q. The amount of CuSO4 (in g) required to completely consume the gas Q is ________.
[Given: Atomic mass of H = 1, O = 16, Na = 23, P = 31, S = 32, Cu = 63]
Q141·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2022
The reaction of HClO3 with HCl gives a paramagnetic gas, which upon reaction with O3 produces
(A)Cl2O
(B)ClO2
(C)Cl2O6
(D)Cl2O7
Q142·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
When borax is heated with CoO on a platinum loop, blue coloured bead formed is largely due to :
(A)B2O3
(B)Co(BO2)2
(C)CoB4O7
(D)Co[B4O5(OH)4]
Q143·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2022
Consider the following sulphure based oxoacids.
H2SO3, H2SO4, H2S2O8 and H2S2O7.
Amongst these oxoacids, the number of those with peroxo(O-O) bond is______.
Q144·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2022
The number of interhalogens from the following having square pyramidal structure is :
ClF3, IF7, BrF5, BrF3, I2Cl6, IF5, ClF, ClF5
Q145·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Dinitrogen and dioxygen. the main constituents of air do not react with each other in atmosphere to form oxides of nitrogen because
(A)N2 is unreactive in the condition of atmosphere.
(B)Oxides of nitrogen are unstable.
(C)Reaction between them can occur in the presence of a catalyst.
(D)The reaction is endothermic and require very high temperature.
Q146·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Match List-I with List-II, match the gas evolved during each reaction.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
List-I
List-II
A.(NH4)2Cr2O7Δ
I.H2
B.KMnO4 + HCl →
II.N2
C.Al + NaOH + H2O →
III.O2
D.NaNO3Δ
IV.Cl2
(A)(A) – (II), (B) – (III), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)
(B)(A) – (III), (B) – (I), (C) – (IV), (D) – (II)
(C)(A) – (II), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (III)
(D)(A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)
Q147·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Concentrated HNO3 reacts with Iodine to give
(A)HI, NO2 and H2O
(B)HIO2, N2O and H2O
(C)HIO3, NO2 and H2O
(D)HIO4, N2O and H2O
Q148·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
White phosphorus reacts with thionyl chloride to give
(A)PCl5, SO2 and S2Cl2
(B)PCl3. SO2 and S2Cl2
(C)PCl3, SO2 and Cl2
(D)PCl5, SO2 and Cl2
Q149·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Which oxoacid of phosphorous has the highest number of oxygen atoms present in its chemical formula?
(A)Pyrophosphorous acid
(B)Hypophosphoric acid
(C)Phosphoric acid
(D)Pyrophosphoric acid
Q150·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R)
Assertion (A) : Boron is unable to form BF63−
Reason (R) : Size of B is very small.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(B)Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
(C)(A) is true but (R) is false
(D)(A) is false but (R) is true
Q151·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The metal that has very low melting point and its periodic position is closer to a metalloid is :
(A)Al
(B)Ga
(C)Se
(D)In
Q152·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A : Boric acid is a weak acid
Reason R : Boric acid is not able to release H+ ion on its own. It receives OH− ion from water and releases H+ ion.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
(A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
(B)Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
(C)A is correct but R is not correct
(D)A is not correct but R is correct
Q153·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Borazine, also known as inorganic benzene, can be prepared by the reaction of 3-equivalents of "X" with 6-equivalents of "Y". "X" and "Y", respectively are :
(A)B(OH)3 and NH3
(B)B2H6 and NH3
(C)B2H6 and HN3
(D)NH3 and B2O3
Q154·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2022
The number of non-ionisable protons present in the product B obtained from the following reaction is ______.
C2H5OH + PCl3 → C2H5Cl + A
A + PCl3 → B
Q155·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The geometry around boron in the product 'B' formed from the following reaction is
BF3+NaH450KA+NaFA+NMe3→B
(A)trigonal planar
(B)tetrahedral
(C)pyramidal
(D)square planar
Q156·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The interhalogen compound formed from the reaction of bromine with excess of fluorine is a :
(A)hypohalite
(B)halate
(C)perhalate
(D)halite
Q157·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The oxoacid of phosphorus that is easily obtained from a reaction of alkali and white phosphorus and has two P-H bonds, is :
(A)Phosphonic acid
(B)Phosphinic acid
(C)Pyrophosphorus acid
(D)Hypophosphoric acid
Q158·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Match the List-I with List- II.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the option given below:
List-I (Metal)
List-II Application
A.Cs
I.High temperature thermometer
B.Ga
II.Water repellent sprays
C.B
III.Photoelectric cells
D.Si
IV.Bullet proof vest
(A)(A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
(B)(A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
(C)(A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
(D)(A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
Q159·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Aqueous solution of which of the following boron compounds will be strongly basic in nature?
(A)NaBH4
(B)LiBH4
(C)B2H6
(D)Na2B4O7
Q160·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Which of the following oxoacids of sulphur contains “S” in two different oxidation states?
(A)H2S2O3
(B)H2S2O6
(C)H2S2O7
(D)H2S2O8
Q161·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Given below are two statements :
Statement -I :The pentavalent oxide of group- 15 element. E2O5. is less acidic than trivalent oxide. E2O3. of the same element.
Statement -II :The acidic character of trivalent oxide of group 15 elements. E2O3. decreases down the group.
In light of the above statements. choose most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
(C)Statement I true. but statement II is false.
(D)Statement I is false but statement II is true.
Q162·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Among the given oxides of nitrogen; N2O, N2O3, N2O4 and N2O5, the number of compound/(s) having N–N bond is :
(A)1
(B)2
(C)3
(D)4
Q163·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Nitrogen gas is obtained by thermal decomposition of
(A)Ba(NO3)2
(B)Ba(N3)2
(C)NaNO2
(D)NaNO3
Q164·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Heating white phosphorus with conc. NaOH solution gives mainly
(A)Na3P and H2O
(B)H3PO and NaH
(C)P(OH)3 and NaH2PO4
(D)PH3 and NaH2PO2
Q165·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Match List-I with List-II
List-I (Si-Compounds)
(A) (CH3)4Si
(B) (CH3)Si(OH)3
(C) (CH3)2Si(OH)2
(D) (CH3)3Si(OH)
List-II (Si-Polymeric/other products)
(I) Chain silicone
(II) Dimeric silicone
(III) Silane
(IV) 2D – Silicone
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A)(A) – (III), (B) – (II), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)
(B)(A) – (IV), (B) – (I), (C) – (II), (D) – (III)
(C)(A) – (II), (B) – (I), (C) – (IV), (D) – (III)
(D)(A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)
Q166·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A : Flourine forms one oxoacid.
Reason R : Flourine has smallest size amongst all halogens and is highly electronegative
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
(A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
(B)Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
(C)A is correct but R is not correct.
(D)A is not correct but R is correct
Q167·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The gas produced by treating an aqueous solution of ammonium chloride with sodium nitrite is
(A)NH3
(B)N2
(C)N2O
(D)Cl2
Q168·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Consider the following reaction :
A + alkali → B (Major Product)
If B is an oxoacid of phosphorus with no P–H bond, then A is :
(A)White P4
(B)Red P4
(C)P2O3
(D)H3PO3
Q169·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Choose the correct stability order of group 13 elements in their +1 oxidation state.
(A)Al < Ga < In < Tl
(B)Tl < In < Ga < Al
(C)Al < Ga < Tl < In
(D)Al < Tl < Ga < In
Q170·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The correct order of melting points of hydrides of group 16 elements is :
(A)H2S<H2Se<H2Te<H2O
(B)H2O<H2S<H2Se<H2Te
(C)H2S<H2Te<H2Se<H2O
(D)H2Se<H2S<H2Te<H2O
Q171·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The oxide which contains an odd electron at the nitrogen atom is
(A)N2O
(B)NO2
(C)N2O3
(D)N2O5
Q172·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The number of bridged oxygen atoms present in compound B formed from the following reactions is
Pb(NO3)2673K A + PbO + O2
A Dimerise B
(A)0
(B)1
(C)2
(D)3
Q173·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2022
Consider the following reactions :
PCl3 + H2O ⟶ A + HCl
A + H2O ⟶ B + HCl
number of ionisable protons present in the product B_________.
Q174·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
PCl5 is well known. but NCl5 is not. Because.
(A)nitrogen is less reactive than phosphorous.
(B)nitrogen doesn't have d-orbitals in its valence shell.
(C)catenation tendency is weaker in nitrogen than phosphorous.
(D)size of phosphorous is larger than nitrogen.
Q175·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Which one of the following elemental forms is not present in the enamel of the teeth?
(A)Ca2+
(B)P3+
(C)F−
(D)P5+
Q176·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
The most stable trihalide of nitrogen is:
(A)NF3
(B)NCl3
(C)NBr3
(D)NI3
Q177·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2022
Identify the correct statement for B2H6 from those given below.
(A) In B2H6, all B-H bonds are equivalent.
(B) In B2H6 there are four 3-centre-2-electron bonds.
(C) B2H6 is a Lewis acid.
(D) B2H6 can be synthesized form both BF3 and NaBH4.
(E) B2H6 is a planar molecule.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A)(A) and (E) only
(B)(B), (C) and (E) only
(C)(C) and (D) only
(D)(C) and (E) only
Q178·ChemistryIntegerJEE Advanced 2021
Ozonolysis of ClO2 produces an oxide of chlorine. The average oxidation state of chlorine in this oxide is ___.
Q179·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2021
The correct statement(s) related to oxoacids of phosphorous is(are)
(A)Upon heating, H3PO3 undergoes disproportionation reaction to produce H3PO4 and PH3.
(B)While H3PO3 can act as reducing agent, H3PO4 cannot.
(C)H3PO3 is a monobasic acid.
(D)The H atom of P–H bond in H3PO3 is not ionizable in water.
Q180·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The oxide without nitrogen-nitrogen bond is :
(A)N2O
(B)N2O4
(C)N2O3
(D)N2O5
Q181·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2021
The number of halogen/(s) forming halic (V) acid is ______.
Q182·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which one of the following correctly represents the order of stability of oxides, X2O; (X = halogen) ?
(A)Br > Cl > I
(B)Br > I > Cl
(C)Cl > I > Br
(D)I > Cl > Br
Q183·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The number of S=O bonds present in sulphurous acid, peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid, respectively are :
(A)2, 3 and 4
(B)1, 4 and 3
(C)2, 4 and 3
(D)1, 4 and 4
Q184·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which one of the following is used to remove most of plutonium from spent nuclear fuel?
(A)ClF3
(B)O2F2
(C)I2O5
(D)BrO3
Q185·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Match List-I with List-II :
List-I (Species)
List-II (Number of lone pairs of electrons on the central atom)
(a) XeF2
(b) XeO2F2
(c) XeO3F2
(d) XeF4
(i) 0
(ii) 1
(iii) 2
(iv) 3
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A)(a)-(iv), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
(B)(a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(ii), (d)-(i)
(C)(a)-(iii), (b)-(ii), (c)-(iv), (d)-(i)
(D)(a)-(iv), (b)-(ii), (c)-(i), (d)-(iii)
Q186·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
In which one of the following molecules strongest back donation of an electron pair from halide to boron is expected?
(A)BCl3
(B)BF3
(C)BBr3
(D)BI3
Q187·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which one of the following is formed (mainly) when red phosphorus is heated in a sealed tube at 803 K ?
(A)White phosphorus
(B)Yellow phosphorus
(C)β-Black phosphorus
(D)α-Black phosphorus
Q188·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The incorrect statement is:
(A)Cl2 is more reactive than ClF.
(B)F2 is more reactive than ClF.
(C)On hydrolysis ClF froms HOCl and HF.
(D)F2 is a stronger oxidizing agent than Cl2 in aqueous solution
Q189·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The number of non-ionisable hydrogen atoms present in the final product obtained from the hydrolysis of PCl5 is :
(A)0
(B)2
(C)1
(D)3
Q190·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The conversion of hydroxyapatite occurs due to presence of F− ions in water. The correct formula of hydroxyapatite is:
(A)[3Ca3(PO4)2⋅Ca(OH)2]
(B)[3Ca(OH)2⋅CaF2]
(C)[Ca3(PO4)2⋅CaF2]
(D)[3Ca3(PO4)2⋅CaF2]
Q191·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Chalcogen group elements are :
(A)Se, Tb and Pu.
(B)Se, Te and Po.
(C)S, Te and Pm.
(D)O, Ti and Po.
Q192·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Number of Cl=O bonds in chlorous acid, chloric acid and perchloric acid respectively are:
(A)4,1 and 0
(B)1,1 and 3
(C)1,2 and 3
(D)3,1 and 1
Q193·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The oxidation states of 'P' in H4P2O7, H4P2O5 and H4P2O6, respectively are:
(A)5,3 and 4
(B)5,4 and 3
(C)6,4 and 5
(D)7,5 and 6
Q194·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which one of the following compounds of Group-14 elements is not known?
(A)[GeCl6]2−
(B)[Sn(OH)6]2−
(C)[SiF6]2−
(D)[SiCl6]2−
Q195·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which one of the following group − 15 hydride is the strongest reducing agent ?
(A)AsH3
(B)SbH3
(C)BiH3
(D)PH3
Q196·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Given below are the statements about diborane.
(a) Diborane is prepared by the oxidation of NaBH4 With I2.
(b) Each boron atom is in sp2 hybridized state.
(c) Diborane has one bridged 3 centre − 2 − electron bond.
(d) Diborane is a planar molecule.
The option with correct statement(s) is :
(A)(a) only
(B)(c) only
(C)(a) and (b) only
(D)(c) and (d) only
Q197·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Chemical nature of the nitrogen oxide compound obtained from a reaction of concentrated nitric acid and P4O10 (in 4:1 ratio) is:
(A)basic
(B)neutral
(C)amphoteric
(D)acidic
Q198·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The set in which compounds have different nature is:
(A)B(OH)3 and Al (OH)3
(B)B(OH)3 and H3PO3
(C)NaOH and Ca(OH)2
(D)Be(OH)2 and Al(OH)3
Q199·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2021
A xenon compound 'A' upon partial hydrolysis gives XeO2F2. The number of lone pair of electrons present in compound A is _______ (Round off to the Nearest integer)
Q200·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The number of ionisable hydrogens present in the product obtained from a reaction of phosphorus trichloride and phosphonic acid is:
(A)3
(B)0
(C)2
(D)1
Q201·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2021
The reaction of white phosphorus on boiling with alkali in inert atmosphere resulted in the formation of product 'A'. The reaction 1 mol of 'A' with excess of AgNO3 in aqueous medium gives ________ mol(s) of Ag. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).
Q202·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The set that represents the pair of neutral oxides of nitrogen is :
(A)NO and N2O
(B)N2O and N2O3
(C)N2O and NO2
(D)NO and NO2
Q203·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
A group 15 element, which is a metal and forms a hydride with strongest reducing power among group 15 hydrides. The element is :
(A)Sb
(B)P
(C)As
(D)Bi
Q204·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Match List-I (Name of oxo acid) with List-II (Oxidation state of 'P') :
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
List-I (Name of oxo acid)
List-II (Oxidation state of 'P')
a.Hypophosphorous acid
i.+5
b.Orthophosphoric acid
ii.+4
c.Hypophosphoric acid
iii.+3
d.Orthophosphorous acid
iv.+2
v.+1
(A)(a)-(v), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
(B)(a)-(iv), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
(C)(a)-(iv), (b)-(v), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
(D)(a)-(v), (b)-(iv), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
Q205·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The INCORRECT statement regarding the structure of C60 is :
(A)The six-membered rings are fused to both six and five-membered rings.
(B)Each carbon atom forms three sigma bonds.
(C)The five-membered rings are fused only to six-membered rings.
(D)It contains 12 six-membered rings and 24 five-membered rings.
Q206·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Match List-I (Industrial process) with List-II (Application) :
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
List-I (Industrial process)
List-II (Application)
a.Haber's process
i.HNO3 synthesis
b.Ostwald's process
ii.Aluminium extraction
c.Contact process
iii.NH3 synthesis
d.Hall-Heroult process
iv.H2SO4 synthesis
(A)(a)-(ii), (b)-(iii), (c)-(iv), (d)-(i)
(B)(a)-(iii), (b)-(iv), (c)-(i), (d)-(ii)
(C)(a)-(iii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(ii)
(D)(a)-(iv), (b)-(i), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iii)
Q207·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The exact volumes of 1 M NaOH solution required to neutralise 50 mL of 1 M H3PO3 solution and 100 mL of 2 M H3PO2 solution, respectively, are :
(A)100 mL and 100 mL
(B)100 mL and 50 mL
(C)100 mL and 200 mL
(D)50 mL and 50 mL
Q208·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: In TlI3, isomorphous to CsI3, the metal is present in +1 oxidation state.
Reason R: Tl metals has fourteen f electrons in its electronic configuration.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
(B)A is not correct but R is correct
(C)Both A and R are correct R is NOT the correct explanation of A
(D)A is correct but R is not correct
Q209·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Which pair of oxides is acidic in nature?
(A)N2O, BaO
(B)CaO, SiO2
(C)B2O3, CaO
(D)B2O3, SiO2
Q210·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Compound A used as a strong oxidizing agent is amphoteric in nature. It is the part of lead storage batteries. Compound A is :
(A)Pb3O4
(B)PbO2
(C)PbSO4
(D)PbO
Q211·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
Given below are two statements : Statement I : α and β forms of sulphur can change reversibly between themselves with slow heating or slow cooling. Statement II : At room temperature the stable crystalline form of sulphur is monoclinic sulphur. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.
(A)Both statement I and statement II are false
(B)Statement I is true but statement II is false
(C)Both statement I and statement II are true
(D)Statement I is false but statement II is true
Q212·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2021
Among the following, the number of halide(s) which is/are inert to hydrolysis is _______.
(A) BF3 (B) SiCl4 (C) PCl5 (D) SF6
Q213·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The correct statement about B2H6 is:
(A)All B−H−B angles are of 120°.
(B)Its fragment, BH3, behaves as a Lewis base.
(C)Terminal B−H bonds have less p-character when compared to bridging bonds.
(D)The two B−H−B bonds are not of same length.
Q214·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2021
The correct order of bond dissociation enthalpy of halogen is :
(A)F2>Cl2>Br2>I2
(B)Cl2>F2>Br2>I2
(C)Cl2>Br2>F2>I2
(D)I2>Br2>Cl2>F2
Q215·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2021
Among the following allotropic forms of sulphur, the number of allotropic forms, which will show paramagnetism is _______.
(1) α-sulphur
(2) β-sulphur
(3) S2-form
Q216·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2020
Choose the correct statement(s) among the following.
(A)SnCl2.2H2O is a reducing agent.
(B)SnO2 reacts with KOH to form K2[Sn(OH)6].
(C)A solution of PbCl2 in HCl contains Pb2+ and Cl− ions.
(D)The reaction of Pb3O4 with hot dilute nitric acid to give PbO2 is a redox reaction.
Q217·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2020
With respect to hypochlorite, chlorate and perchlorate ions, choose the correct statement(s).
(A)The hypochlorite ion is the strongest conjugate base.
(B)The molecular shape of only chlorate ion is influenced by the lone pair of electrons of Cl.
(C)The hypochlorite and chlorate ions disproportionate to give rise to identical set of ions.
(D)The hypochlorite ion oxidizes the sulfite ion.
Q218·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
The reaction of NO with N2O4 at 250 K gives:
(A)N2O
(B)NO2
(C)N2O3
(D)N2O5
Q219·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
The correct statement with respect to dinitrogen is:
(A)N2 is paramagnetic in nature
(B)It can combine with dioxygen at 25∘ C.
(C)Liquid dinitrogen is not used in cryosurgery
(D)It can be used as an inert diluent for reactive chemicals
Q220·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
Reaction of an inorganic sulphite X with dilute H2SO4 generates compound Y. Reaction of Y with NaOH gives X. Further, the reaction of X. Further, the reaction of X with Y and water affords compound Z. Y and Z respectively, are:
(A)SO2 and Na2SO3
(B)SO3 and NaHSO3
(C)SO2 and NaHSO3
(D)S and Na2SO3
Q221·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
On heating, lead (II) nitrate gives a brown gas (A). The gas (A) on cooling changes to a colourless solid/liquid (B). (B) on heating with NO changes to a blue solid (C). The oxidation number of nitrogen in solid (C) is:
(A)+4
(B)+3
(C)+2
(D)+5
Q222·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2020
The volume (in mL) of 0.1 N NaOH required to neutralise 10 mL of 0.1 N phosphinic acid is ______.
Q223·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
If the boiling point of H2O is 373 K, the boiling point of H2S will be:
(A)more than 373 K
(B)less than 300 K
(C)greater than 300 K but less than 373 K
(D)equal to 373 K
Q224·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
Aqua regia is used for dissolving noble metals (Au, Pt, etc.). The gas evolved in this process is:
(A)NO
(B)N2O3
(C)N2
(D)N2O5
Q225·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
In a molecule of pyrophosphoric acid, the number of P − OH, P = O and P − O − P bonds/ moiety(ies) respectively are
(A)4, 2 and 1
(B)4, 2 and 0
(C)2, 4 and 1
(D)3, 3 and 3
Q226·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
The reaction of H3N3B3Cl3(A) with LiBH4 in tetrahydrofuran gives inorganic benzene (B). Further, the reaction of (A) with (C) leads to H3N3B3(Me)3. Compounds (B) and (C) respectively, are:
(A)Borazine and MeBr
(B)Boron nitride and MeBr
(C)Diborane and MeMgBr
(D)Borazine and MeMgBr
Q227·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
The number of bonds between sulphur and oxygen atoms in S2O8− and the number of bonds between sulphur and sulphur atoms in rhombic sulphur, respectively, are :
(A)4 and 8
(B)4 and 6
(C)8 and 6
(D)8 and 8
Q228·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
White phosphorus on reaction with concentrated NaOH solution in an inert atmosphere of CO2 gives phosphine and compound (X). (X) on acidification with HCl gives compound (Y). The basicity of compound (Y) is:
(A)2
(B)4
(C)3
(D)1
Q229·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2020
In the following reactions, products(A) and (B) respectively are
NaOH+Cl2Hot and Conc(A)+side productsCa(OH)2Cl2Dry(B)+side products
(A)NaClO3 and Ca(OCl)2
(B)NaOCl and Ca(OCl)2
(C)NaOCl and Ca(ClO3)2
(D)NaClO3 and Ca(ClO3)2
Q230·ChemistryNumericalJEE Main 2020
Chlorine reacts with hot and concentrated NaOH and produces compound(X) and (Y). Compound(X) gives white precipitate with silver nitrate solution. The average bond order between Cl and O atoms in (Y) is
Q231·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2019
A tin chloride Q undergoes the following reactions (not balanced)
Q + Cl−⟶ X
Q + Me3N ⟶ Y
Q + CuCl2⟶ Z + CuCl
X is a monoanion having pyramidal geometry. Both Y and Z are neutral compounds. Choose the correct option(s)
(A)The central atom in Z has one lone pair of electrons
(B)The central atom in X is sp3 hybridized
(C)There is a coordinate bond in Y
(D)The oxidation state of the central atom in Z is +2
Q232·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2019
With reference to \textit{aqua regia}, choose the correct option(s)
(A)The yellow colour of \textit{aqua regia} is due to the presence of NOCl and Cl2
(B)\textit{Aqua regia} is prepared by mixing conc. HCl and conc. HNO3 in 3 : 1 (\textit{v/v}) ratio
(C)Reaction of gold with \textit{aqua regia} produces an anion having Au in +3 oxidation state
(D)Reaction of gold with \textit{aqua regia} produces NO2 in the absence of air
Q233·ChemistryNumericalJEE Advanced 2019
At 143 K, the reaction of XeF4 with O2F2 produces xenon compound Y. The total number of lone Pair(s) of electrons present on the whole molecule of Y is ……… .
Q234·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The basic structural unit of feldspar, zeolites, mica and asbestos is :
(A){RSiR−O}n (R = Me)
(B)(SiO3)2−
(C)SiO2
(D)(SiO4)4−
Q235·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The C–C bond length is maximum in
(A)graphite
(B)C70
(C)diamond
(D)C60
Q236·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The oxoacid of sulphur that does not contain bond between sulphur atoms is:
(A)H2S2O3
(B)H2S2O4
(C)H2S2O7
(D)H2S4O6
Q237·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The number of pentagons in C60 and trigons (triangles) in white phosphorus, respectively, are:
(A)12 and 3
(B)20 and 4
(C)12 and 4
(D)20 and 3
Q238·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The noble gas that does NOT occur in the atmosphere is:
(A)He
(B)Ra
(C)Ne
(D)Kr
Q239·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The correct order of catenation is:
(A)C > Sn > Si ≈ Ge
(B)Ge > Sn > Si > C
(C)Si > Sn > C > Ge
(D)C > Si > Ge ≈ Sn
Q240·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
C60, an allotrope of carbon contains:
(A)20 hexagons and 12 pentagons.
(B)12 hexagons and 20 pentagons.
(C)18 hexagons and 14 pentagons.
(D)16 hexagons and 16 pentagons
Q241·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
HF has highest boiling point among hydrogen halides, because it has:
(A)lowest dissociation enthalpy
(B)strongest van der Waals' interactions
(C)strongest hydrogen bonding
(D)lowest ionic character
Q242·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The correct order of the oxidation states of nitrogen in NO, N2O, NO2 and N2O3 is:
(A)N2O<N2O3<NO<NO2
(B)NO2<NO<N2O3<N2O
(C)NO2<N2O3<NO<N2O
(D)N2O<NO<N2O3<NO2
Q243·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The amorphous form of silica is:
(A)quartz
(B)kieselguhr
(C)cristobalite
(D)tridymite
Q244·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The correct statements among I to III regarding group 13 element oxides are,
I. Boron trioxide is acidic
II. Oxides of aluminium and gallium are amphoteric
III. Oxides of indium and thallium are basic
(A)I, II and III
(B)II and III only
(C)I and III only
(D)I and II only
Q245·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
Diborane (B2H6) reacts independently with O2 and H2O to produce, respectively:
(A)H3BO3 and B2O3
(B)B2O3 and H3BO3
(C)HBO2 and H3BO3
(D)B2O3 and [BH4]−
Q246·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The correct statement about ICl5 and ICl4− is:
(A)ICl5 is trigonal bipyramidal and ICl4− is tetrahedral
(B)ICl5 is square pyramidal and ICl4− is square planar
(C)ICl5 is square pyramidal and ICl4− is tetrahedral
(D)Both are isostructural
Q247·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The element that shows greater ability to form pπ-pπ multiple bonds, is:
(A)Sn
(B)C
(C)Ge
(D)Si
Q248·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
Chlorine on reaction with hot and concentrated sodium hydroxide gives :
(A)Cl− and ClO3−
(B)Cl− and ClO−
(C)ClO3− and ClO2−
(D)Cl− and ClO2−
Q249·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The element that does NOT show catenation is :
(A)Ge
(B)Si
(C)Sn
(D)Pb
Q250·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The relative stability of +1 oxidation state of group 13 elements follows the order:
(A)Al < Ga < Tl < In
(B)Tl < In < Ga < Al
(C)Ga < Al < In < Tl
(D)Al < Ga < In < Tl
Q251·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The hydride that is NOT electron deficient is:
(A)SiH4
(B)B2H6
(C)GaH3
(D)AlH3
Q252·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
The chloride that CANNOT get hydrolysed is
(A)PbCl4
(B)CCl4
(C)SnCl4
(D)SiCl4
Q253·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
Good reducing nature of H3PO2 is attributed to the presence of
(A)Two P – OH bonds
(B)One P – H bond
(C)Two P – H bonds
(D)One P – OH bond
Q254·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
Correct statements among a to d regarding silicones are
(i) they are polymers with hydrophobic character
(ii) they are biocompatible
(iii) in general, they have high thermal stability and low dielectric strength
(iv) usually they are resistant to oxidation and used as greases.
(A)(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(B)(i), (ii) and (iii)
(C)(i) and (ii) only
(D)(i), (ii) and (iv)
Q255·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Main 2019
Aluminium is usually found in +3 oxidation state. In contrast, thallium exists in +1 and +3 oxidation states. This is due to
(A)inert pair effect
(B)diagonal relationship
(C)lattice effect
(D)lanthanoid contraction
Q256·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2018
Based on the compounds of group 15 elements, the correct statement(s) is (are)
(A)Bi2O5 is more basic than N2O5
(B)NF3 is more covalent than BiF3
(C)PH3 boils at lower temperature than NH3
(D)The N−N single bond is stronger than the P−P single bond
Q257·ChemistryNumericalJEE Advanced 2018
The total number of compounds having at least one bridging oxo group among the molecules given below is ____.
N2O3, N2O5, P4O6, P4O7, H4P2O5, H5P3O10, H2S2O3, H2S2O5
Q258·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2018
The compound(s) which generate(s) N2 gas upon thermal decomposition below 300°C is (are)
(A)NH4NO3
(B)(NH4)2Cr2O7
(C)Ba(N3)2
(D)Mg3N2
Q259·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2017
The colour of the X2 molecules of group 17 elements changes gradually from yellow to violet down the group. This is due to
(A)the physical state of X2 at atom temperature changes from gas to solid down the group
(B)decrease in HOMO-LUMO gap down the group
(C)decrease in π∗-σ∗ gap down the group
(D)decrease in ionization energy down the group
Q260·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2017
PARAGRAPH 1
Upon heating KClO3 in the presence of catalytic amount of MnO2, a gas W is formed. Excess amount of W reacts with white phosphorus to give X. The reaction of X with HNO3 gives Y and Z.
W and X are, respectively
(A)O3 and P4O6
(B)O2 and P4O6
(C)O2 and P4O10
(D)O3 and P4O10
Q261·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2017
The order of the oxidation state of the phosphorus atom in H3PO2, H3PO4, H3PO3, and H4P2O6 is
(A)H3PO3>H3PO2>H3PO4>H4P2O6
(B)H3PO4>H3PO2>H3PO3>H4P2O6
(C)H3PO4>H4P2O6>H3PO3>H3PO2
(D)H3PO2>H3PO3>H4P2O6>H3PO4
Q262·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2017
The correct statement(s) about the oxoacids, HClO4 and HClO, is(are)
(A)HClO4 is more acidic than HClO because of the resonance stabilization of its anion
(B)HClO4 is formed in the reaction between Cl2 and H2O
(C)The central atom in both HClO4 and HClO is sp3 hybridized
(D)The conjugate base of HClO4 is weaker base than H2O
Q263·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2017
PARAGRAPH 1
Upon heating KClO3 in the presence of catalytic amount of MnO2, a gas W is formed. Excess amount of W reacts with white phosphorus to give X. The reaction of X with HNO3 gives Y and Z.
Y and Z are, respectively
(A)N2O3 and H3PO4
(B)N2O5 and HPO3
(C)N2O4 and HPO3
(D)N2O4 and H3PO3
Q264·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2016
The crystalline form of borax has
(A)tetranuclear [B4O5(OH)4]2− unit
(B)all boron atoms in the same plane
(C)equal number of sp2 and sp3 hybridized boron atoms
(D)one terminal hydroxide per boron atom
Q265·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2016
The nitrogen containing compound produced in the reaction of HNO3 with P4O10
(A)can also be prepared by reaction of P4 and HNO3
(B)is diamagnetic
(C)contains one N – N bond
(D)reacts with Na metal producing a brown gas
Q266·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2016
The increasing order of atomic radii of the following Group 13 elements is
(A)Al < Ga < In < Tl
(B)Ga < Al < In < Tl
(C)Al < In < Ga < Tl
(D)Al < Ga < Tl < In
Q267·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2015
The correct statement(s) regarding, (i) HClO, (ii) HClO2, (iii) HClO3 and (iv) HClO4, is (are)
(A)The number of Cl=O bonds in (ii) and (iii) together is two
(B)The number of lone pairs of electrons on Cl in (ii) and (iii) together is three
(C)The hybridization of Cl in (iv) is sp3
(D)Amongst (i) to (iv), the strongest acid is (i)
Q268·ChemistryIntegerJEE Advanced 2015
Three moles of B2H6 are completely reacted with methanol. The number of moles of boron containing product formed is
Q269·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2014
The product formed in the reaction of SOCl2 with white phosphorous is
(A)PCl3
(B)SO2Cl2
(C)SCl2
(D)POCl3
Q270·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2014
The correct statement(s) for orthoboric acid is/are
(A)It behaves as a weak acid in water due to self ionization.
(B)Acidity of its aqueous solution increases upon addition of ethylene glycol.
(C)It has a three dimensional structure due to hydrogen bonding.
(D)It is a weak electrolyte in water.
Q271·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2014
Under ambient conditions, the total number of gases released as products in the final step of the reaction scheme shown below is
(A)0
(B)1
(C)2
(D)3
Q272·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2013
The unbalanced chemical reactions given in List – I show missing reagent or condition (?) which are provided in List – II. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists:
List – I
List – II
P.PbO2+H2SO4?PbSO4+O2+other product
1.NO
Q.Na2S2O3+H2O?NaHSO4+other product
2.I2
R.N2H4?N2+other product
3.Warm
S.XeF2?Xe+other product
4.Cl2
(A)P-4, Q-2, R-3, S-1
(B)P-3, Q-2, R-1, S-4
(C)P-1, Q-4, R-2, S-3
(D)P-3, Q-4, R-2, S-1
Q273·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2013
The reactions of Cl2 gas with cold-dilute and hot-concentrated NaOH in water give sodium salts of two (different) oxoacids of chlorine, P and Q, respectively. The Cl2 gas reacts with SO2 gas, in presence of charcoal, to give a product R. R reacts with white phosphorus to give a compound S. On hydrolysis, S gives an oxoacid of phosphorus, T.
R, S and T, respectively, are
(A)SO2Cl2, PCl5 and H3PO4
(B)SO2Cl2, PCl3 and H3PO3
(C)SOCl2, PCl3 and H3PO2
(D)SOCl2, PCl5 and H3PO4
Q274·ChemistryMultiple correctJEE Advanced 2013
The correct statement(s) about O3 is(are)
(A)O–O bond lengths are equal.
(B)Thermal decomposition of O3 is endothermic.
(C)O3 is diamagnetic in nature.
(D)O3 has a bent structure.
Q275·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2013
The reactions of Cl2 gas with cold-dilute and hot-concentrated NaOH in water give sodium salts of two (different) oxoacids of chlorine, P and Q, respectively. The Cl2 gas reacts with SO2 gas, in presence of charcoal, to give a product R. R reacts with white phosphorus to give a compound S. On hydrolysis, S gives an oxoacid of phosphorus, T.
P and Q, respectively, are the sodium salts of
(A)hypochlorus and chloric acids
(B)hypochlorus and chlorus acids
(C)chloric and perchloric acids
(D)chloric and hypochlorus acids
Q276·ChemistrySingle correctJEE Advanced 2013
Concentrated nitric acid, upon long standing, turns yellow–brown due to the formation of
(A)NO
(B)NO2
(C)N2O
(D)N2O4
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